How long does it take to get a life insurance license in Georgia?

Plan on 1 to 3 weeks. Georgia requires an 8-hour Life pre-licensing course, which most candidates finish in 2 to 4 evenings, then schedule the Pearson VUE exam. Including fingerprinting and Georgia DOI application processing through Sircon, total time from start to license issuance is typically 2 to 5 weeks.

How much does a Georgia life insurance license cost?

Budget about $295 all-in: an 8-hour Life pre-licensing or exam-prep course (~$75), the $67 state exam fee, the $100 Georgia license application fee, and roughly $50 for fingerprinting/background check. The Price Group reimburses qualifying course costs after your first sale.

How many pre-licensing hours does Georgia require for life insurance?

Georgia requires an 8-hour Life pre-licensing course taken within the last 12 months, per the official Pearson VUE Georgia Insurance Candidate Handbook. Candidates who want to sell health products as well typically take a combined 16-hour Life and Accident & Sickness course up front.

Do I need to be a Georgia resident to get a Georgia life insurance license?

No. Georgia issues non-resident licenses to agents already licensed in good standing in their home state. The non-resident application is filed through NIPR or Sircon with no additional Georgia pre-licensing required.

Which Georgia license should I get for selling final expense and term life?

The Georgia Life Producer (Life-Only) license is the minimum required to sell life insurance, including final expense and term/whole life. If you also want to sell Medicare Supplement or under-65 health, you can either take a combined Life & Health course up front or add the Health line later. TPG agents typically start Life-Only and add Health when they are ready.

How to Get Your Life Insurance License in Georgia

8 hours of pre-licensing, Pearson VUE exam, about $426 all-in. Here is the exact path.

Verified against the Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance on May 13, 2026.

Free Georgia Licensing Roadmap

A printable step-by-step PDF covering pre-licensing, fingerprinting, the Pearson VUE exam, and what to do the week your license arrives.

8 hrs

Pre-licensing hours

70%

Passing score

~$426

Total cost estimate

Typical timeline: 2 to 4 weeks

Path options: Life: 8 hours Health: 8 hours Life + Health: 16 hours

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5 Steps to Get Licensed in Georgia

Follow this exact sequence to go from zero to fully appointed agent.

1
Complete pre-licensing education
Finish your state-approved pre-licensing course online. Most students complete it in under a week with focused study.
Start the JustInsurance Course
2
Schedule your Georgia state exam
Register through Pearson VUE, the testing partner for the Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance. Pick a testing center near you or, in most states, a remote-proctored slot.
Schedule with Pearson VUE Visit Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance
3
Pass the Georgia life insurance exam
Show up early, bring two valid IDs, and use the JustInsurance practice tests beforehand. Most students who follow the study plan pass on the first attempt.
Retake policy: Retake policy: a 14-day waiting period following your first or second failure, or a 60-day waiting period following your third and any subsequent failures.
4
Submit your license application
After passing, file your application through NIPR or your state's online portal. Background check and fingerprinting are usually required.
Fingerprinting: Submitted through IdentoGO (Code: 2TGJ6B)
5
Get appointed with carriers
A license alone does not let you sell. You need carrier appointments. The Price Group handles contracting with 20+ A-rated carriers so you can start writing business right away.

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Georgia Licensing Cost Breakdown

Everything you can expect to pay to get fully licensed in Georgia.

Item	Cost
Pre-licensing course (JustInsurance)	$39
Georgia state exam fee	$67
License application fee	$100
Background check / fingerprinting	$50
Estimated total	~$426

Costs are estimates based on the most current published fees and may change. Verify with your state's Department of Insurance before paying.

License term

2 years

CE hours per renewal

24 hrs (3 ethics)

Official CE rules

Reciprocity

Reciprocal licensing is available for producers licensed in good standing in their home state. A notarized Citizenship Affidavit is required.

Georgia Licensing FAQ

Quick answers to the most common questions about getting licensed in Georgia.

Why agents choose The Price Group

Once you are licensed, the next decision is who you go to market with. The Price Group is built for life insurance agents who want a real system, not an MLM.